The Bentley Mulsanne is getting an updated look, as well as a new Extended Wheelbase version that Bentley says is as luxurious as the first-class cabin in an airplane.The 2017 Bentley Mulsanne makes its debut at next month?s Geneva show and goes on sale this summer.

Every part of the Mulsanne forward of the A-pillar has been redesigned, starting with a wider stainless-steel grille and new, adaptive LED headlights. At first glance, the car doesn?t appear wildly different than before, with the same imposing, squared-off shapes and proportions as the outgoing Mulsanne. But there are subtle updates all through the car, including reshaped fenders, new front and rear fascias, a new 20,3 cm (8-inch) touchscreen infotainment system, redesigned switchgear and armrests, and available Android tablet computers for rear-seat passengers. Speaking of whom, the 2017 Bentley Mulsanne?s new Extended Wheelbase model sees the luxury sedan?s wheelbase grow by 24,9 cm (9.8 inches), all of which goes to improve rear-seat legroom (as if that were at a premium in the regular Mulsanne.) The two rear seats have airplane-like power adjustments allowing occupants to sit upright or reclined. Between the two seats, a special console features USB ports, cupholders, and pen holders, as well as a concealed storage area. A large rear sunroof and electrically operated curtains over the rear windows are standard, and passengers can opt for power-deployable tray tables in case they want to get some work done w...